2003 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | X5 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |